11 Lifting / Moving Techniques
Lifting / Moving Techniques
There are a variety of ways to lift a casualty. Following is a list of the more commonly used lifting techniques.
Dragging
Used when the casualty is in danger and needs to be moved quickly. This is dangerous to all involved. Drag the casualty by the shoulders avoiding any movement of the neck and spine. Support the casualty's head at all times.
You may choose to use pulling from the ankles with arms above the head or place a blanket under the injured preson and use a blanket drag. If no blanket is available you may be able to use the persons clothing pulling from the shoulders but always support the head when doing the drag.
Arm Assistance
Used for the casualty who can walk and support his or her own weight on both legs. The casualty places one arm across the first aider's shoulders and the first aider places one arm around the causality’s back.
Cary on your back
Used for the casualty who is smaller, normally children, who are conscious.
Blanket Lift
The casualty is placed on a strong blanket that can be carried by two or more people.
Two-Handed Seat
The hands of two first aiders are interlocked and the casualty can sit on the first aider's hands, placing their arms around the first aider's shoulders for further support.